1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. Both 1973 Mazda Luce and 2002 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 333 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Vectra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Luce | Vectra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |